Benefit Programs Specialist I/II
LDSSVirginia, United States
Posted March 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
LDSS is a Woman-Owned Small Business specializing in IT, program management, and engineering services. The company offers a wide range of solutions including Acquisition Management, Business Process Transformation, Enterprise Architecture, and more, with a focus on building and nurturing customer relationships. LDSS distinguishes itself by delivering Leading and Dynamic Services to both large and small businesses.
Job Description
Benefit Programs Specialist I/II is responsible for determining and re-determining eligibility of individuals and families for financial assistance, SNAP, medical assistance, and other social services' benefit programs.
Requirements
- Interviews persons for assistance and re-determines their continuing eligibility
- Explains benefit programs and determines reasons and need for assistance
- Processes applications for financial assistance and diversion
- Interprets policies and procedures applicable to various programs
- Monitors cases for changes in recipient circumstances and implements changes to benefit levels
- Evaluates employability status of clients and explores potential sources of income
- Refers clients to service worker and prepares reports and maintains client records
- Identifies possible fraud and makes appropriate referrals
- Computes assistance plans and provides information about other agencies where applicants may go for services